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Cody Simspon Gushes Over Girlfriend Gigi Hadid For Making Him “A Better Guy”
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Jan. 28 2015, Updated 2:04 p.m. ET
Cody Simpson is singing the praises of his girlfriend Gigi Hadid after the couple made the decision to give their relationship another try.
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Cody Simpson is singing the praises of his girlfriend Gigi Hadid after the couple made the decision to give their relationship another try.
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Speaking to Confidential, Simpson said the pair are in a “great” place. “We have an honest relationship and it’s better than ever now,” he said.
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The cute couple has dated on-and-off for the past year. But Simpson said their time apart helped them better understand themselves before entering into a relationship again.
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“I think younger couples need time to do their own thing and explore what they need in their life,” he said.
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Simpson also praised his favorite lady for keeping him in check whenever he gets out of line!
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“I enjoy being with her because she makes me a better guy. She checks me when I slip up," he said. "I’m pretty laid back but if I do anything wrong she is the first to tell me.”
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Following their split in May after close to one year of dating, the pair ignited rumors they had reconciled when they were spotted talking outside a party in November. Later that month, Hadid confirmed to Us that the couple had indeed rekindled their romance. “I’m back together with Cody. It’s great. He is such a great guy,” she said.